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Horoscope: April 17

Moon Alert: After 10:15 AM EDT today, avoid shopping or making important decisions. The Moon is in Pisces.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

After surviving yesterday's rankled influence, you're ready for a great day! This is a good day for business and commerce. It's also a good day for money-making schemes and ideas. Your positive frame of mind will keep a smile on your face.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

All group dynamics are beautifully favoured today. You'll enjoy hanging out with others whether it's a small coffee klatch, a class or a large conference. People are ready to jump on your bandwagon and vice versa. A female acquaintance who is wiser, richer or older has something to offer.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

You look good in the eyes of others today, especially bosses, parents, teachers and VIPs. They think your ideas are great; furthermore, you appear to be successful and affluent in their eyes. You'll be very successful at networking and forming work units or promoting groups.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Travel opportunities look sweet! Today is full of all kinds of adventurous temptations. Enjoy talking to people from other cultures and different countries. Break with your routine and explore new ideas and new places. "Time to get outta Dodge!"

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

You will be pleased with the goodies, favours and possibly cold, hard cash that comes your way today. You can definitely benefit from the resources of others so keep your eyes open. You can reduce your debts, increase your assets or improve how you share something with someone.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This is a great day to schmooze with others, especially partners and close friends. No doubt, someone will suggest doing something that's a bit different. Say yes because you need the stimulation. Let the enthusiasm of others generate a bit of adventure for you. (Why not?)

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This is a good day at work because you feel healthier and happier. Form working units because you will get more done working with others. Ask for resources from others because you just might get them, including an extension on a budget. (You can't win if you don't buy a ticket. Never hurts to ask.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This can be a fun-filled, playful day for you! Enjoy prankish flirtations. Talk to people from different backgrounds. Plan a vacation. Sports and time spent with children will be enjoyable and rewarding. Financial speculation also looks promising. It's a winner of a day!

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Family conversations and relations with relatives are warm today. This is a good day to entertain at home or invite people over. It's also a very good day to explore real-estate deals. Any kind of gathering where you live to discuss or study something will go well.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

This is a positive, upbeat day because you're in a great frame of mind. You want to see others and share your ideas. In particular, issues related to sports, romance, children, vacations, the Arts and the hospitality industry could prove to be rewarding and beneficial to you.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

This is an excellent day for business and commerce. Look for ways to boost your earnings or make money on the side. Someone might have good advice for you. Get-togethers and meetings with others could boost future earnings for you. Keep your ear to the ground but don't squat with your spurs on.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

Today the Moon is in your sign dancing beautifully with lucky, moneybags Jupiter. Not only is this a beneficial influence for everyone, it's an influence that can make you happy. (Happy is good.) Alphabetize your blessings.

If Your Birthday Is Today

Singer/style icon Victoria Beckham (1974) shares your birthday today. You're focused and determined, which is why you succeed in achieving your goals. You never lose sight of what you want. You're down to earth and yet, you can be flashy and flamboyant. Family is important and you will always work hard to protect them. Your year ahead could be one of the most powerful years of your life. Dream big!